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Stock Market Closing Summary — April 9th

On April 9, 2026, the KOSPI closed down -1.61%, while the KOSDAQ surged +2.73%, painting a striking contrast. As large-cap stocks weakened, the KOSDAQ led gains driven by small- and mid-cap tech stocks.

Apr 9, 2026

April 8 Market Close — KOSPI Surges 6.87%: The Dawn of a Rebound?

South Korean markets closed strong on April 8, 2026, with the KOSPI up +6.87% and the KOSDAQ up +5.12% in a powerful rebound session. A recovery in global investor sentiment, combined with simultaneous buying from institutions and foreign investors, drove the indices higher throughout the day.

Apr 8, 2026

April 6 Market Close — KOSPI Surges While KOSDAQ Takes a Breather

On April 6, 2026, the KOSPI reclaimed the 5,450 level, closing up 1.36% on the back of a recovery in global risk appetite. Meanwhile, the KOSDAQ slipped 0.85% under pressure from profit-taking in small- and mid-cap stocks, diverging sharply from large-cap performance.

Apr 6, 2026

March 31 Market Close — KOSPI Plunges 4%, KOSDAQ Crashes 7.8%

On March 31, 2026, the Korean stock market closed sharply lower amid external shocks and deteriorating investor sentiment, with the KOSPI down -4.26% and the KOSDAQ falling -7.81%. It was a day marked by a confluence of heavy end-of-quarter selling and expanding global risks.

Mar 31, 2026

March 19 Market Closing Report

On March 19, 2026, KOSPI plunged -2.73% to the 5,763 level, while KOSDAQ held its ground with a slight rebound, maintaining the 1,143 level.

Mar 19, 2026